Friday, September 7th, 2018

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon make our first appearance at Wheatland! It's been a goal of mine since I first attended in 2004 with my very first band. Catch us on the Centennial Stage Friday at 6pm.

Sunday, May 20th, 2018

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Sunday, April 29th, 2018

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Saturday, March 31st, 2018

(Grand Rapids, MI) - Veteran performers, musicians and artists will gather to perform Jesus Christ Superstar at the East Grand Rapids Performance Arts Center on Saturday March 31st, 2018 as a benefit for The Grand Rapids Red Project, a safe place in which people can exercise their right to explore better health choices related to sexual activity and drug use, without judgment and without fear. Red Project provides health resources to prevent the spread of disease, and save lives.

Jesus Christ Superstar is a 1970 rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. The album musical is a musical dramatization of the last week of the life of Jesus Christ, beginning with his entry into Jerusalem and ending with the Crucifixion. Emphasis is placed on the interpersonal relationships of the major characters, in particular, Jesus, Judas and Mary Magdalene, relationships that are not described in depth in the Gospels.

The Grand Rapids Red Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to improving health, reducing risk, and preventing HIV. Since 1998, we have served the city of Grand Rapids by providing people with access to the tools, information, resources, and support that they need to stay healthy. We maintain a focus on empowering individuals to make any positive change, as they define it for themselves, in their own lives and in their communities. We envision a world in which everyone has access to the health-related services that they need, when and where they need them.

Sunday, March 4th, 2018

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Sunday, February 18th, 2018

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Friday, January 12th, 2018

Tri-Cities Historical Museum

200 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417 USA

Tri-Cities Historical Museum is once again participating in Wine about Winter. Be sure to stop in to taste our great wines - Broadside Red & Three Pears Pinot Grigio, enjoy live music from Nicholas James Thomasma, view beautiful artwork from five area artists & even score some great deals in our gift shop.

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Sunday, November 19th, 2017

C3 Community Exchange

11am

Grand Haven, MI

Performing at the C3 Spiritual Exchange at the community center in Grand Haven.

Tuesday, October 31st, 2017

Friday, October 27th, 2017

WYCE

Local Spins on WYCE - 11am

711 Bridge St Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Uni 616-742-9923

Nicholas James Thomasma hosts Local Spins on WYCE filling in for John Sinkevics while he's out of town. Featuring in studio guests Bigfoot Buffalo. Tune in to 88.1fm WYCE in West MI or streaming online at www.wyce.org

Saturday, May 20th, 2017

Saturday, May 20th, 2017

Thursday, May 18th, 2017

Pop-Up Performance

Look for me near the Ottawa/Fulton Ramp by 20 Monroe Live

Saturday, May 13th, 2017

Pop-Up Performance

7:30-9:30

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Pop-Up Performers are sponsored by Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. When cool stuff is happening downtown, look for the Pop-Up Performers! Maybe you'll see me! Look for me near the parking ramp at Ottawa/Fulton by 20 Monroe Live.

Friday, May 12th, 2017

Pop-Up Performance

6:00-8:00

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Pop-Up Performers are sponsored by Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. When cool stuff is happening downtown, look for the Pop-Up Performers! Maybe you'll see me! Look for me near Devos Hall on 5/12.

Friday, May 12th, 2017

Fulton Street Farmers Market

10:30-12:30

Fulton St NE Grand RApids, MI USA

Price: free

*Nicholas James solo

Thursday, May 11th, 2017

Pop-Up Performance

7pm-9:30pm

Grand Rapids, Michigan United States

Pop-Up Performers are sponsored by Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. When cool stuff is happening downtown, look for the Pop-Up Performers! Maybe you'll see me! Look for me near the Van Andel Arena on 5/11

Sunday, May 7th, 2017

Pop-Up Performance

7pm-9pm

Grand Rapids, MI

Pop-Up Performers are sponsored by Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. When cool stuff is happening downtown, look for the Pop-Up Performers! Maybe you'll see me! Look for me near the parking ramp by 20 Monroe Live on 5/7.

Saturday, May 21st, 2016

Saturday, May 21st, 2016

The 9th Annual Tribute to Bob Dylan at Founders Brewing Co. featuring all Bob Dylan songs, all night long. This year is an Earthwork Salute to Bob Dylan featuring members of the Earthwork Collective including Seth Bernard, Steve Leaf, Big Dudee Roo, Jen Sygit, Michael Beauchamp and more. Nicholas James and the Bandwagon will be playing a set too.

Sunday, June 14th, 2015

Saturday, June 13th, 2015

I'll be leading an "Easy Jam" session workshop aimed at all instruments and all skill levels.

Sunday, June 7th, 2015

Locks 4 Rock

3pm

Grand Rapids, MI USA

at Shots on the River. With Jason Eller and Coldville

Saturday, June 6th, 2015

Grand Rapids Festival Of The Arts

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon at FOTA - 1:00pm

Downtown Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon will be performing an acoustic set at Grand Rapids Festival of the Arts. 1pm on the City Stage.

Saturday, June 6th, 2015

UICA

5:15-6:00

Fulton and Division Grand Rapids, MI 49501 USA

Come visit me on the top floor of the UICA during Festival of the Arts and check out the Juried Award winners. Some members of the Bandwagon may be there too. No cover.

Thursday, June 4th, 2015

Opensource

8:00pm

235 S. Division Ave Grand Rapids, MI 49505 USA

Price: No Cover

Michaela Anne is returning to OpenSource! Don't miss this up and coming singer who Rolling Stone calls one of the most promising women in Nashville. This will be Michaela's 3rd time at OpenSource. Let's make her feel right at home. I'll be performing a set too.

Sunday, May 31st, 2015

C3 Exchange

10am

Grand Haven, MI USA

with Clouds on violin.

Friday, May 22nd, 2015

Buses by the Beach

7:00pm

Camp Blodgett West Olive, MI 49460 usa

Friday night at Buses by the Beach! Nicholas James and the Bandwagon are on first, followed by Roosevelt Diggs.

Saturday, May 3rd, 2014

Nicholas James and Clouds. First time at Stormcloud Brewing! Can't wait!

Friday, May 2nd, 2014

The B.O.B.

7pm

20 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Playing at Bob's House of Brews in the basement. Come check out the new brewery taproom. Nice mellow vibe, good stage and good beer. Citra IPA and Peanut Butter Porter last time. Can't wait to see what they have this time!

Thursday, April 17th, 2014

Every Thursday night in 2014, Join The Fight to End Childhood Hunger in West Michigan with amazing Will Play For Food iArtists, live at H.O.M.E.!

Enjoy premium entertainment, drink specials and exclusive contests & prizes. 100% of Will Play For Food purchases benefit Feeding America, and help End Childhood Hunger right here in West Michigan each week.

So come out, enjoy some great music and Join The Fight!

21+ WelcomeNO COVERDoors open at 7:00pmShow starts at 7:30pm

Sunday, April 6th, 2014

Tip Top Deluxe

6pm

960 Butterworth Grand Rapids, MI USA

Price: $10

Live performances by:

Nicholas James & CloudsMark LavengoodTony LaJoye TrioFauxgrass

Sunday, April 6thDoors open at 6:00 PM$10 CoverAll proceeds go to Circle Pines Center to help cover the cost of The Buttermilk Jamboree.

Saturday, April 5th, 2014

Shorts Brewing

7pm

Bellaire, MI 49615

Price: $5 Honor cover

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon perform at Shorts for the first time!

Sunday, March 30th, 2014

Bob's Barn Jamborees

3pm

Lake Odessa, MI USA

Price: No admission charge

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon perform at 3pm, and will lead an open jam from 4pm til 7pm in Lake Odessa at Bobs Barn Jamborees.

Friday, March 28th, 2014

Tip Top Deluxe

9pm

Butterworth Grand Rapids, MI USA

opening for Woody Pines

Friday, March 14th, 2014

The B.O.B.

7-10pm

20 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503

I've never played at the BOB before. Well, ok, I played in the parking lot during ArtPrize once or twice, but never inside. I've seen a lot of really great local singer songwriters playing there lately so I'm gonna go check it out for myself.

Saturday, February 8th, 2014

Grand Opening! Featuring live music all day on Saturday. Clouds will be joining me.

Saturday, December 21st, 2013

Mitten Brewing Co.

St. Nicholas James Annual Xmas Show! - 9pm

527 Leonard St NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 USA (616)608-5612

The annual holiday party continues this year at the Mitten Brewing Co! I'll have my rag tag band of merry minstrels (mostly Founders employees) and some new holiday themed songs. We will also perform such Xmas classics as "Christmas Sucks" and "Sock Full of Coal" and others. Also, Chris Andrus, owner of the Mitten Brewing Co is coming out of retirement to open the show. FREE COOKIES!!!

Friday, December 20th, 2013

The Pyramid Scheme

9:30pm

Grand Rapids, MI USA

with Rootstand

Sunday, December 8th, 2013

Shorts Brewing

7pm

Bellaire, MI 49615

Price: $5 honor cover

I love Shorts! Clouds will be joining me on violin and vocals. We're glad to be back once again at one of the best breweries in the world.

Friday, December 6th, 2013

Horizon Books

243 E. Front St Traverse City, MI 49684 USA 231.946.7290

My first time at Horizon Books! Join me in Traverse City for the evening.

Saturday, October 5th, 2013

Friday, October 4th, 2013

Opensource

7pm

235 S. Division Ave Grand Rapids, MI 49505 USA

Price: honor cover

ArtPrize comes and goes so fast. This is the last weekend. By the time this show rolls around the ArtPrize Grand Prize winner will be announced and the crowds will have begun to dissipate. Which is a perfect time to get down and check out ArtPrize. Or to have a drink with a new friend or old. Or to listen to some music. Or to do all of that.
Old Friends - Kelsey Rottiers has performed at opensource studio before. A couple of years ago I singled her out of the crowd and asked her to sing. That's how we met.
New Friends - Old St. Tyrannus are from Flint. They probably don't know you. But they want to. Super nice people that I met at Shorts (yet another really cool place.)
Good Friends - Nicholas James and Clouds will play last. Open Jam session may follow, but that's up to you. We love you!
Some beer and wine will be provided for guests, however we encourage you to bring your favorite beverage (and maybe even share it.)
There is no cover charge. We will pass a hat for the musicians. 100% of the money you put in the hat goes towards making this world a better place and filling it with music (same thing.) Thank you for your support, and thank you for visiting opensource studio.

Saturday, September 28th, 2013

Busking at ArtPrize

5pm

Grand Rapids, MI USA

5 - St.CC
6 - Lyons Square
7 - Blue Bridge

Saturday, September 28th, 2013

Women's City Club

3:30

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Price: Free

I'll be playing at the Womens City Club from 3:30-4:30. Come and check out the art they have on display and vote for your favorites.

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Busking at ArtPrize

noon

Grand Rapids, MI USA

at Rosa Parks Circle

Thursday, September 26th, 2013

Busking at ArtPrize

5pm

Grand Rapids, MI USA

What is busking? A busker is a street performer who relies on "tips" from passerby's as a means of income. What is ArtPrize? It's a buskers dream come true. I'll be all over downtown. Look for me at the official busking stations at St. Cecilia's, Lyon's Square and The Blue Bridge.

Tuesday, September 24th, 2013

Busking at ArtPrize

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Rosa Parks Circle - noon
What is busking? A busker is a street performer who relies on "tips" from passerby's as a means of income. What is ArtPrize? It's a buskers dream come true. I'll be all over downtown. Look for me at the official busking stations at Rosa Parks Circle.

Tuesday, September 24th, 2013

Rosa Parks Circle

Art Van Concert series presented by WOOD TV 8

Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA

WOOD TV8 is hosting a concert during ArtPrize. Nicholas James and the Bandwagon are playing from 5-7 with some guests in between.

Monday, September 23rd, 2013

Busking at ArtPrize

5pm

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Monday, September 23rd at 5:00pm
What is busking? A busker is a street performer who relies on "tips" from passerby's as a means of income. What is ArtPrize? It's a buskers dream come true. I'll be all over downtown. Look for me at the official busking stations at St. Cecilia's, The Blue Bridge, and Lyon's Square.

Sunday, June 2nd, 2013

Friday, May 24th, 2013

Buses by the Beach

7pm

Camp Blodgett West Olive, MI 49460 usa

Price: $75 at the gate

Buses by the Beach is a non profit organization of Volkswagen Bus drivers who gather on Lake MI for 3 bus style campouts each year. The Summer event, simply known as the Benefit, raises money for burn survivors through the Phoenix Society. There can be more than 100 VW Buses all in one campground. The event includes access to Lake MI, fellowship of Buses, an entertainment tent, a huge raffle, a kids area with rope courses and rock wall climbing and much more. This is more of a famliy friendly style campout than a music festival. It's a perfect way to spend Memorial Day Weekend and is less expensive than camping in the state park down the road on the same weekend. All vehicles are welcome.
Also featuring nightly entertainment. The Bandwagon plays at 7pm on Friday.

Friday, March 29th, 2013

Lansing Community College Radio "Free Music Friday"
I'll be interviewed by the fine folks at LCC around 9:30
Then we'll head to the City Market where we will perform from Noon til 1.
*with Matt Gabrial

Friday, July 27th, 2012

Saturday, July 14th, 2012

Fulton Street Farmers Market

Fulton St NE Grand RApids, MI USA

We'll be busking at the Fulton Street Farmers Market several times this summer. Join us! ...I'm goin down to the farmers stand, gonna give my money to the working man. Feedin his family the best he can by growing my food on his land...

Saturday, June 30th, 2012

Fulton Street Farmers Market

10:30am

Fulton St NE Grand RApids, MI USA

Price: free

We'll be busking at the Fulton Street Farmers Market several times this summer. Join us! ...I'm goin down to the farmers stand, gonna give my money to the working man. Feedin his family the best he can by growing my food on his land...

Saturday, May 12th, 2012

Day 3 of our mini tour! In the UP!
Pete, Paul and I will be singing some songs for the lovely folks north of the bridge that safeguard our National Pictured Rocks. Munising is a darling little town. This is a fun place to play. If you have friends in Marquette, send them over.

Friday, May 11th, 2012

Southwoods Family Restaraunt

9-1

1007 Spring St Petoskey, MI 49770 USA 231-487-1710

Price: Donations are encouraged

Day 2 of our 3 day mini tour.
Pete, Paul and I will be spending the evening in Petoskey and playing music for the fine folks at Southwoods Pub.

Thursday, May 10th, 2012

Mitten Bar

8:30

Ludington, MI USA

Day 1 of our mini tour!
All MI microbrews and wine. Our kind of place. The Bandwagon plays all night!

Friday, April 27th, 2012

Kettle Lake Elementary School Carnival

6pm

MI USA

My second elementary school gig ever! (the first one was last Christmas and it was a blast) My Dads cousins kids (I have a big family) go to school here and they've invited us to come play for them during their Spring Carnival! You'll find us near the food. Bring the kids!

Sunday, April 22nd, 2012

Establishment

Make Your Mother Proud - 4pm

Bridge St Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA

Price: $8

All the money generated at this event will goes to the Alliance for the Great Lakes. www.GreatLakes.org
Presented by Jeffery Richard Salon

with Eric Engblade of the Northern Skies and Karisa Wilson

Sunday, April 15th, 2012

Stage Couch Concerts

6pm

www.thestagecouch.com Muskegon, MI usa

Price: free

live, streaming from the web from right here on this website!

Saturday, April 14th, 2012

Shorts Brewing

7:30pm

Bellaire, MI 49615

Price: Donations are encouraged

Friday, April 13th, 2012

Crazy Wisdom Tea Room

8:30 - 10:30

Main Street Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Price: Donations encouraged

My fans have been asking me to come to the Eastside of the mitten for years. It's about time, I suppose. Crazy Wisdom Tea Room is a forward thinking haven for free spirits, activists, musicians, and poets of all ages. I'm playing solo acoustic.

Thursday, April 12th, 2012

I'm helping out my pals at Blandford Nature Center at yet another fantastic musical event. They are in need of funds to care for and feed the animals that live at the Nature Center. All the proceeds from this event go directly to Blandford. Come if you can!

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

I'm falling more in love with this place each time I visit. A friendly crowd, a great PA and people who really care about music. This place has all of that. I'll be back.

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

Rocky's

9:30pm

633 Ottawa Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Price: $3

Heather Styka's new album debuted at #3 on the Folk DJ charts for north America. Emily White is a standard in the up and coming Chicago folk circuit. Come see them both in an intimate environment at a small club so we can all say we knew them way back when. And it would make me feel good to make them feel welcome in Grand Rapids. Josh Rose is singing some songs too. Whoo boy! Also, it's my first show of the new year!

Friday, December 16th, 2011

Nicholas James Trio at Mocha-n-Music! This place is awesome. Great coffee, light sandwiches and salads and the best sound system I've ever played in a coffee shop. They have an organ, an electric piano, 3 guitars and even have a house violin! The place is for music lovers, for sure. Come see what the fuss is about in Hudsonville. I'll be singing a few Christmas songs and mostly originals.

Saturday, December 10th, 2011

Shorts Brewing

7pm

Bellaire, MI 49615

Price: donations encouraged

It's been nearly a year since I've played at Shorts (but less than a week since I had one of their fine ales) and I'm eager to get back and bring my trio with me. This is one of my absolute favorite places in MI. I assume by Dec 10th the 45th Parallel will have a fine coat of snow and ski season will be just getting rolling. Bellaire is beautiful, doesn't matter what time of year you go. I hope to see some Northern MI friends there for a Cup of Joe or a Woodmaster. We will have growlers and pint glasses for sale at this show!

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Local Resonance on WYCE

guest host on Local Resonance - 11am

www.wyce.org Grand Rapids, MI

A full hour of local music hosted by yours truly. I'll be filling in for station manager Kevin Murphy from 11am til noon and featuring some of the best in the MI music scene. Listen online at www.wyce.org

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

I host the Open Mic at Founders every Tuesday. We have some amazing talent that graces our stage on Tuesdays so I'm making a video to promote that fact. I will be performing with my trio and there will be 10 other acts as well. It's gonna be a sweet night!

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Thr Grand Rapids Press and Mlive present Local Spins Live featuring the Crane Wives and Nicholas James

Saturday, October 29th, 2011

Opensource

Free Radical - 6pm

235 S. Division Ave Grand Rapids, MI 49505 USA

Price: free

Come to the Free Radical. There will be lots of great art and music filling the Avenue of the Arts. Most gallery spaces will be open and most businesses will be open late for the event. I'll be at Bill Kirks place with a few friends having a beer and singing some songs. Join us for a story or two on your stroll down the Avenue of the Arts.

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Saturday, October 1st, 2011

The B.O.B.

The Bandwagon plays Artprize - 9pm

20 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Price: free

We'll be set up in the parking lot behind the B.O.B. for a nice long set from 9-midnight. This is the 2nd week of Artprize so it should be pretty crazy! We hope to see a lot of familiar faces downtown!

Sunday, September 25th, 2011

FARM - Folk Alliance Midwest Region

Bolingbrook, IL

Folk Alliance Midwest Region. I am folk. I am Midwest. Not much more to say about that. . .

Saturday, September 24th, 2011

FARM - Folk Alliance Midwest Region

Bolingbrook, IL

Folk Alliance Midwest Region. I'll be performing a private showcase at "The Bank" at 12:40am

Saturday, July 23rd, 2011

I'll be fresh back from tour and eager to play with my band. The Bandwagon will open the evening. Followed by Trevor McSpadden and the Peacekeepers (featuring Mark Lavengood.)

Friday, July 22nd, 2011

WYCE

Live on Local Resonance - 11am

711 Bridge St Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Uni 616-742-9923

Price: free

www.wyce.org
A full hour of Local music featuring the new album from Nicholas James and the Bandwagon. We'll be listening to tracks from the new album and talking about the tour. I'm sure I'll have plenty of stories to tell.

Friday, July 22nd, 2011

Hemlock Music Festival

5pm

900 Fruitvale Rd Montague, MI USA

Price: $25 includes camping and 2 day p

Hemlock Hootenany in the woods! Alright! I'll be back at the Artibee Ranch for the second year in a row. There's a grill and a keg. And it's a benefit for the compassionate care club in Montague. Party in the woods!

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

John Sinkevics' Local Spins Live on The Tony Gates Show

10am

1140 am Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Uni

Price: free

The â€œLocal Spinsâ€ segment of the Tony Gates Show runs from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. I'll be talking with Tony about my music, upcoming gigs, and perform an acoustic version of one of the songs from the new album. The video of the performance will be posted on the â€œSound Checkâ€ blog at www.mlive.com/grandrapids on Friday as part of the â€œLocal Spins of the Weekâ€ feature.

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

Spectrum Health Farmers Market

10am-4pm

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

"I'm goin' down to the Farmers Stand. . ." I'll be singing songs for the folks buying fresh veggies and for the farmers who grew them.

Tuesday, July 12th, 2011

Danny Flanigan hosts a songwriters night in Louisville and has made a little room in his lineup for a lonely traveling musicIan from MI. Also playing that night will be Alanna Fugate, and of course, Danny Flanigan. The three of us will be swapping songs from 8 til 10 and the show will be broadcast on the radio. Listen at http://www.crescenthillradio.com
Check out Danny Flanigan here: http://www.dannyflanigan.com

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

Chuck and Jamies

7pm

St. Louis, MO

Price: tbd

I'll be swinging through St. Louis to see my old pal Chuck Debone. Email me for details.

Monday, July 4th, 2011

Sarah and Ians

Private Party

Chicago, IL

I'll be pickin and grinnin, smokin' and grillin' with Sarah and the Tall Boys in Chicago on our great nations birthday this year. We might watch things explode in the sky. We might blow stuff up in her backyard. We will definitely sing some Hank Williams.

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

every other Tuesday evening, all summer long, the city of Fennville will be putting on free outdoor concerts at Memorial Park. For this date, the Irish band An Dro will be the featured performer. I'll be playing at the Afterglow Party at Salt of the Earth, just down the road. Free admission to both shows

Saturday, June 25th, 2011

Bring the whole darn family! We'd love to see you there! Here's the details:
A fantastic musical lineup descends upon the streets of Wayland as part of Main Street Celebration. Beginning at 11AM, activities include an Artist market, Beanbag tournament, food vendors and more!
Music starts at 1PM with.....
1PM Tricks (Rick and Krystal acoustic set)
3PM Nicholas James and the Bandwagon
5PM Big Dudee Roo
7PM Delilah DeWylde and the Lost Boys
Nathan Kalish will perform solo between acts.

Friday, June 24th, 2011

Saturday, June 18th, 2011

Founders Fest - A celebration of beer and music. Headliner to be announced.
I will be returning to Founders Fest with the FBC Allstars. We all work at Founders (including head brewer Jeremy Kozmicki and assistant brewer Diamond Wayne.) Last year our selections included Hall and Oates, Black Sabbath, Bruce Springsteen and Epic, by Faith no More sung by yours truly. This band also features members of Chance Jones, the Total Blam Blams, Oracle, Morale and more. . .

Saturday, June 11th, 2011

Eastown Bizarre Bazaar

2011 Eastown Bizarre Bazaar - noon - 5

Wealthy and Lake Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Price: free

From eastowngr.com:
On Saturday, June 11, 2011 the Eastown neighborhood will again play host to many of the leading artists and craftspersons of West Michigan, and feature the talents of some of the finest singer-songwriters in the region, when the Eastown Community Association and the Eastown Business Association come together to stage Bizarre Bazaar 2011.
Bizarre Bazaar has become a Grand Rapids institution. Wealthy Street will be closed to traffic from Atlas to Lake Drive, and around fifty leading artists, potters, sculptors, jewelry makers, hand bag and clothing designers, and other craftspersons will take over the street with colorful booths, selling their wares to the thousands who traditionally flock to the event. Vendors will be operating their booths along both sides of Wealthy Street from 9.00 am until 5.00 pm.
At the same time, the fine restaurants and cafes of Eastown will provide opportunities for casual and gourmet dining throughout the day, and the eclectic retail outlets of Eastown will be open for business with a range of specials.
A major attraction of Bizarre Bazaar is the live music performances, featuring some of the finest musicians and composers of West Michigan, who will be performing solo voice and guitar sets in the heart of Wealthy Street.
Many thousands of residents will once again attend this great Grand Rapids free public event, and enjoy the art, food, merchandise and music on offer at Bizarre Bazaar 2011.
MUSIC LINE-UP:
11:00-11:45 ~ SE Side Jazz Ensemble (Jazz)
12:00-12:45 ~ Angie Laug & Meghan Wilcox (Folk)
1:00-1:45 ~ Nicholas James & The Bandwagon (Folk/Americana)
2:00-2:45 ~ A.C. Smith (Folk)
3:00-3:45 ~ Toby Bresnahan (Celtic)
4:00-4:45 ~ Snake Oil Charlatans (Indie)

Sunday, June 5th, 2011

Grand Rapids Festival Of The Arts

1-1:30pm SHARP!

Downtown Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Price: free

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon will be performing at Grand Rapids Annual Festival of the Arts. FOTA is the largest all volunteer arts festival of it's kind and has been ongoing for 41 years. The Bandwagon will be playing an acoustic set at the Outer Fringe Stage (near the giant tire swing!) on Sunday at 1pm. Shoes are required. Not sure why.

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

Buses by the Beach

Buses by the Beach - 5pm

Camp Blodgett West Olive, MI 49460 usa

A gathering of Volkswagen Buses set on beautiful Lake Michigan. Held at Camp Blodgett. Buses by the Beach is a non profit organization and a benefit for the Phoenix Society.

Friday, May 27th, 2011

Buses by the Beach

7pm

Camp Blodgett West Olive, MI 49460 usa

A Volkswagen Bus Festival! Yes. It really does exist. There'll be around 100 buses camped out on beautiful Lake MI. Live music on Friday night at Buses by the Beach from the Stone Boogie Band featuring Joe VanAcker. I'll be sitting in on some reggae and classic rock tunes, maybe even a lil harmonica. Greg Baxter, Pete Weatherhead and a bunch of us Bandwagon folks will be sitting in with the Stone Boogie Band.

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

Nicholas James and the Bandwagon play as a full band for the first time at One Trick Pony. Perhaps you've seen me there with Joe and Huggy Bear. This time I'll have the whole crew on board. After this show we will be spending the weekend in the recording studio making a new album. You'll be able to hear most of the new songs at this show. Hop on the Bandwagon!

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

Friday, February 18th, 2011

Schuler's Books and Music

7pm

2660 28th Street SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 616-942-9660

Fresh off the heels of the Jammie Awards! Schulers is a wonderful, all ages, sound treated venue. The acoustics are amazing. You'll be able to understand every word (well, maybe) and I plan on taking advantage of this by opening up and talking more than I usually do. I'll be playing solo acoustic and sharing some of the stories behind the songs. I also have a handful of new songs that have not yet been performed in front of a crowd. This will be much different than when you see me at Open MIc. I think you should come.

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

WYCE Jammie Awards

WYCE Jammies XII - 5pm

133 Grandville Avenue Southwest Grand Rapids, MI 49504 USA

Price: free!

I've been nominated by WYCE for 7 Jammie Awards. Keep yer fingers crossed! I'll also be hosting the front room and will be bringing my band for a short performance. Much love and thanks to WYCE.

Monday, February 14th, 2011

eightWest on WOOD TV 8

Nicholas James on eightWest - 11am

Grand Rapids, MI USA

Happy Valentines Day! I'll be singing a song for the ladies and promoting the WYCE Jammie Awards at the Intersection on Feb 15th

Saturday, January 15th, 2011

Open Source

NJT and Huggy Bear duo show - 9pm

S. Division Grand Rapids, MI 49501 Uni

Price: suggested donation

Thursday, December 23rd, 2010

Twas the night before Christmas and everyone around went to One Trick Pony because Huggy Bear was in town!
Very special duo show. Mark is living in Chicago now and we just don't get to see him as much as we need to. Come experience some Holiday bliss with us. We'll be singing some old tunes, some new tunes and some holiday favorites.

Saturday, December 18th, 2010

XXXmas Party @ The Hideout Brewing Co.

3rd Annual XXXmas Party - 9pm

3113 Plaza Dr. Grand Rapids, MI 49525 usa

St. Nicholas James presents the 3rd Annual XXXMas party at the Hideout. More fun than an office Holiday party and cookies for everyone, just like at Grandmas.
This year we will be doing a cookie potluck. Bake your favorites and bring 'em to share. There will be lots of cookies!
Also, sit on Santa's lap, just like at the mall but waaaay less creepy! Tell ol' St. Nick what you want for Christmas and see if he brings it to you. Smiles, laughs and hugs encouraged.
9:00pm Emily Rae Lively
9:35 NJT presents Lone Star in the Northern Sky
10:30 Jen Wilson
11:15 St. Nicholas James and the Holiday Allstars

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

8 West

11am

www.woodtv.com Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA

Price: free!

I'll be talking about my new album Lone Star in the Northern Sky and about the XXXMas Party at the Hideout Brewing Co.

Saturday, December 11th, 2010

I was just asked to open for the Ragbirds who are one of my favorite MI bands. They have toured internationally and are returning home after more than 2 months on the road. Lets give them a warm Founders welcome this Saturday, shall we?

Wednesday, December 8th, 2010

Members of the website www.hmtpng.com are invited to socialize and perform at the Betsey Trotwood in London, England. I will be talking about my Hometaping experience and performing two songs off of my album Lone Star In The Northern Sky. . . on YouTube. . .

Sunday, November 28th, 2010

with Ms. Emily Rae Lively
Please contact me if you are interested in attending. . .

Friday, November 19th, 2010

Red Hydrant Press Studio

Tanglefoot Open Studio - 6pm-11pm

Straight St Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA

Price: Free

All the artist studios will be open for viewing during this event. I will be playing in the Red Hydrant Press studio owned and operated by Alynn Guerra and Carlos Aceves. Alynn is the printmaker who made the cover art for Barefoot and will have prints for sale.

Monday, February 18th, 2019

This unique and intimate series features a small group of songwriters trading songs and stories back and forth with each other. The audience will be invited into an exclusive look behind the scenes of the songwriting process, the stories that inspired the songs or whatever agenda the performers have at hand. Out of respect to the performers we ask that the audience please be mindful of their speaking volume and keep cell phone use to a minimum. No cover charge.

Thursday, March 21st, 2019

Blandford Nature Center

Noon-3pm

Grand Rapids, MI 49504 USA

Sugarbush Festival *with Clouds

Friday, September 6th, 2019

Fulton Street Farmers Market

10:30am

Fulton St NE Grand RApids, MI USA

Nicholas James and Clouds playing for tips and veggies! *Weather permitting.